There are many benefits using an AFO to find out more please contact us to discuss.

What types of Children’s AFOs are available?

Types of Children’s AFO that may be used include:

Trulife Child’s Play Matrix

KiddieGAIT

Trulife Child’s Play Matrix

This AFO is designed with children in mind, it is made using carbon composite ensuring it is durable for an active child. The device has an anterior shell, lateral strut and a footplate with an open calcaneus space. The anterior shell is height adjustable to enable the device to continue to work as your child grows.

KiddieGAIT

KiddieGAIT is a lightweight AFO made from carbon composite. This device holds the foot and ankle in a functional position enabling children to walk in a more fluid, natural way. The KiddieGAIT can be adapted via comfort kits to provide additional padding, soft shells to allow for customisation and can also be combined with an additional orthotic if further control of foot position is required.

What is the process to be receive an AFO for my child?

The process to receive an AFO would be:

Assessment

Measuring / Casting

Fitting

Review

In order for your child to receive the best AFO, they will need to meet with one of our orthotists who will complete an in depth assessment looking specifically at how your child walks and the range of movement at their foot and ankle. Following this they will take a number of different measurements to ensure the correctly sized device is selected. If the orthotist advises a bespoke device they will then need to take a plaster cast mould of the foot and leg. Your child will have a choice of a range of patterns to put on their own splints and we fit our splints with plenty of discreet padding to guarantee comfort.